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How to check the brakes are working before setting off
Shouldn’t feel spongy or slack, should not pull to one side.
Where would you find the information for recommended tyre pressures for this car and how should it be checked?
The manufactorerrs guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
How to make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted to provide best protection.
Central part should be in line with eyes and ears and as close to head as possible.
How would you check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient treat depth and that their general condition is safe.
1.6mm of tread depth across 3/4 of the tyre width, no cuts, bulges or damage to tyre wall.
How to check headlights & taillights are working
Operate the switch, walk around the car (don’t need to physically check, just explain)
How do you know if there was a problem with the anti-lock braking system.
ABS warning light, usually yellow.
How to check indicators are working
Hazard lights
How to check brake lights
Apply footbrake and use reflections or passenger to tell you.
How to check the power-assisted wheel
When engine is off, the wheel will be hard to move.
How to use fog lights and when to use
Dipped lights then turn inner wheel away twice, should be used when visibility is less than 100 meters.
How to go from dipped to main beam
Dipped on, pull stick towards once, symbol is one beam as a blue light.
How to check the engine has sufficient oil
Middle yellow cap, check with dipstick, level should be between min and max mark. Fill cap is on the left which has a yellow oil can picture.
How to check engine has sufficient coolant
On the left, a sheer plastic bowl cap is the reservoir, needs to be between min & max.
How to check the level of hydraulic brake fluid
Yellow cap on right side is the reservoir, level between min & max.
